Explanation
BACKGROUND:
Need: This legislation authorizes the Director of Public Safety to enter into a contract with MED 3000, Inc. for EMS billing, collection, and reporting services as needed for the Division of Fire's Third Party EMS Reimbursement Program, initiated via Ordinance #1184-02, passed July 22, 2002.
Bid Information: An evaluation committee comprised of representatives from the Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire, Department of Technology, and Department of Finance have solicited and completed a review of all proposals submitted to the City in response to a formal request for proposal (RFP) for EMS Billing, Collection and Reporting Services. The committee recommended the selection of MED 3000, Inc., chosen based upon defined criteria included in the RFP, and the requirements of the Columbus City Codes.
The City of Columbus contracts for the billing, collection, and reporting of those who are transported to hospitals by Columbus Fire Division EMS personnel for emergency medical care. These billing, collection, and reporting services commenced in 2003, and have since generated a multitude of patient care information used by Columbus Fire to better prepare EMS response protocols and, in turn, respond to City of Columbus citizens in a more effective manner. The division also generates reports for various fire organizations that are catalogued nationwide. To date, this programs has generated in excess of $33M in revenue since its inception.
Contract Compliance: 251837785
Emergency Designation: Emergency action is requested so that EMS billing, collection and reporting services can continue without interruption.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Budgeted Amount: Funds are available through the Department of Public Safety's budget for 2007 and 2008. The Division of Fire's General Fund Budget contains funds specifically budgeted for this purpose. However, there is no immediate expenditure associated with this ordinance; if necessary, a...
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